Environmental Scientist 5

We are seeking an Environmental Scientist/Environmental Risk Assessor to support Human Health and Ecological projects for the Environmental Services Group. This candidate will primarily assist with regulatory compliance efforts for federal, state, and local environmental projects in CDM Smith's portfolio. Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: - With general direction, supports site investigations and basic to high complexity analysis and interpretation of site data relevant to human health risk assessments (HHRAs) and ecological risk assessments (ERAs). - Supports human health and ecological risk teams and contributes to the process of project tasks, including development of data quality objectives (DQOs), Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs), and sampling and analysis plans (SAPs). - With general direction, supports planning for and preparation of conceptual site exposure models (CSEMs), Human Health Risk Assessments (HHRAs), Screening Level Ecological Risk Assessments (SLERAs), and Baseline Ecological Risk Assessments (BERAs) of basic to high complexity. - Collaborates with scientists, geologists, engineers, and toxicologists to provide advice and expertise on the selected project approach, and to implement the approved approach (e.g., investigation, remediation, etc.). - On oversight projects, provides technical evaluation of responsible party's project documents and supports technical meetings with clients and responsible parties. - Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff and mentors them for future growth within the discipline and firm. - Collaborates with sales staff to support proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). - Contributes to firm's technical knowledge by developing white papers on emerging environmental issues. - Attends and presents at conferences, symposia, and other scientific venues to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff. - Performs other duties as required. Skills & Abilities - Expert Knowledge of standard field protocols for their respective discipline. - Expert knowledge of scientific methods and processes. - Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). - Excellent verbal and written communications skills. - Expert knowledge of regulations (federal, state, and local) governing environmental review and project implementation. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline with professional scientist registration/certification OR Master's degree in Science or related discipline. - 7 years of related experience. - Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. - Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Preferred Qualifications - Background in toxicology, environmental science, chemistry, public health, or related disciplines desired with a minimum of seven years of experience in environmental consulting, regulation or a similar environmental field. - Experience with various contaminant classes including (but not limited to) volatile organic compounds (VOCs), metals, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), radionuclides, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). - Experience with software/digital tools including (but not limited to) the Integrated Exposure Uptake Biokinetic (IEUBK) model, adult lead methodology (ALM) model; U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Regional Screening Level (RSL), Vapor Intrusion Screening Level (VISL), and Radionuclide Preliminary Remediation Goal (PRG) calculator tools; Biotic Ligand Model; Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) EcoRisk database, etc. - Familiarity with Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study (RI/FS) requirements and guidance under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), as well as other state-based programs (e.g., California Department of Toxic Substances Control [DTSC], District Department of the Environment [DDOE]). - Experience supporting clients directly in meetings resolving issues with responsible parties - Experience specific to contaminated sediment sites is desired. Amount of Travel Required 10% or less Additional Pay Range Information CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate's salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training. Additional Compensation All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Visa Sponsorship Available No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position Agency Disclaimer All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Pay Range Max USD $149,219.00 Pay Range Min USD $90,438.00